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  • The Global Leader

    The Global Leader

    Filter Minder® - The Global Leader of air and fluid filtration monitoring solutions, offering:

    Threaded Mount Air Filter Restriction Indicator / Gauge

    -  Low-Dollar Cost, High-Value Add
    -  Superior Quality and Performance
    -  Solutions-Driven Portfolio
    -  Industry's Broadest Product Line
    -  Highest Level Customer Support
    -  Award Winning On-Time Delivery

     

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  • Myth vs Fact

    Myth vs Fact

    Freightliner Truck On HighwayThe Filter Minder® filter monitoring device makes it easy for you to tell when it's time to change filters.  

    The myth is that an automotive air filter should be changed about every 6,000 miles, or when it "looks dirty."

    The fact is that a certain amount of dirt in an air filter actually increases its filtering efficiency by reducing the size of the holes in the filter media which helps stop smaller dirt particles.

    This means that instead of a maximum life of 6,000 miles, the typical air filter may actually last anywhere from 60,000 to 100,000 miles!

  • When To Service?

    When To Service?

    A Dirty Filter Element Is Better Than A Clean OneAir filter restriction is not time or miles dependent.

    Mileage of as much as 300,000 to as little as 5,000 miles have been reported when restriction is reached.

    It is important to know the highest full load restriction that occurred during the vehicle operation in order to service BEFORE the redline.  

    After an element has reached its redline value, it only takes a little more contaminant before high fuel consumption and poor engine operation occurs.  Don't Dust Your Engine!

  • Use A Filter?

    Use A Filter?

     

    A Variety of Engine Air FiltersThe Filter Minder® can be found on a wide variety of applications throughout the world, including:  Automotive - Truck - Construction - Agriculture - Compressors - Blowers - Hydraulics - Lawn and Garden - Irrigation Industries - Oil Fields - Marine.... or any industry that uses a filter.

Air Line Monitoring Just Got Easier!

  • INTRODUCING

    The Filter Minder® Air Line Filter and Indicator

    We are pleased to introduce a new addition to its portfolio of filter monitoring products.... the innovative, versatile and convenient Air Line Filter and Indicator. Click through the showcase to learn more and view the ALFI Animation.

  • Air Line Filter and Indicator
    Early Filter Life 

    In routine use, air flows through the Air Line Filter, trapping particles.

    The Air Line Filter and Indicator (ALFI) protects against harmful debris and contaminants in high pressure air lines in a wide variety of industrial, transportation and on-site applications requiring compressed air or gas.  

  • Air Line Filter and Indicator
    End of Life

    Extreme clogging will extend the red indicator (as device progresses towards full bypass mode) until it is fully extended, locked, and requires replacement. Build-up of debris will open the bypass to keep air flowing.

    When restriction becomes excessive, a bright red indicator deploys from the device, indicating it is time to change the filter.

    The filter cartridge is replaceable with a 1-1/4” wrench/socket and is ready again to protect your operating assets in just seconds.

Filter Minder® Product Portfolio

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    Visual / Mechanical Gauges and Indicators monitor the condition of engine air filters, fuel filters or other low vacuum/pressure applications. The indicators are available in a single…
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    Visual / Mechanical
    Indicators & Gauges

  • Visual / Electrical Switches monitor the condition of engine air filters, fuel filters or other low to medium vacuum/pressure applications. The indicators are available in:(1) single…
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    Visual / Electrical
    Switches

  • Electronic Pressure Sensors monitor various vacuum or pressure conditions ranging from cabin pressures to air filter or fuel filter restriction levels. Filter Minder® sensors feature…
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    Electronic
    Sensors

  • A wide array of accessories are available to complement Filter Minder's® product line up, including LED displays, custom fittings, mounting brackets, hoses and grommets.  …
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Filter Minder® Single Position Switch Indicator

Air Filter Restriction Monitoring Indicator / Switch

Single Position & Signal Indication / Threaded Mount

 

How It Works

The Filter Minder® Single Position Switch Indicator is a combination single position indicator and switch. The window turns red when the maximum recommended air filter restriction has been reached and a signal is sent to the filter warning light on the dash or to the engine computer to record as a diagnostics fault. The warning light locks on until the indicator is reset.

The Filter Minder® should be reset whenever the service indicator is checked to determine air filter restriction or when a new air filter is installed. Push the reset button at the end of the service indicator, and the position indicator will return to zero.

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Filter Minder® Non-Locking Fuel Switch

How the Fuel Filter Restriction Monitoring Switch Works

The Filter Minder® Non-Locking Fuel Switch continuously monitors the fuel filter and tells when the filter is restricted. Triggers fuel filter warning light via the engine computer or directly to the warning light. For use on diesel suction-side fuel filters.

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Filter Minder® Non-Locking Air Switch

Air Filter Restriction Monitoring Switch

Triggers Air Filter Warning Light / Non-Locking

 

How It Works

The Filter Minder® Non-Locking Air Switch continuously monitors the engine air filter and tells when filter is restricted. Triggers air filter warning light via the engine computer or directly to the warning light. Used for air filter monitoring on diesel, gas, and alternate fuel engines, as well as other applications where low vacuum/pressure monitoring is required.

Filter Minder® Non-Locking Air Switch

Series

196389 (Packard Metri-Pack 150 series)
196351 (Ampseal 16)

Mounting

Mounts directly to air cleaner or air induction piping.  See Accessories / Related Products for adaptor fittings and brackets for remote mounting.

Specifications

  • Vacuum or Pressure Monitoring
  • Vacuum Ranges: minimum 3" H20 (0.75 kPa) ± 40% @ 23°C to 50" H20 (12.4 kPa) maximum ±10% @ 23°C
  • Pressure Ranges:
    • Lowest set point - 0.11 PSI (0.75 kPa) ±20% @ 23°C.
    • Highest set point - 2.0 PSI (14 kPa) ±10% @ 23°C
  • Operating Temperature: -40°F to +250°F (-40°C to +121°C)
  • Material: Nylon
  • Mounting Port Connections: 3/8-24 Straight Thread O-Ring, M10x1 Straight Thread O-Ring or 1/8-27 NPT
  • Switch: Normally open or closed available

Dimensions

  • Length: 2.1" (53 mm)
  • Diameter: 2.0" (50 mm)

Filter Minder® Graduated Switch

Air Filter Restriction Monitoring Gauge / Switch

Graduated / Electrical Indication / Threaded Mount

How It Works

A combination graduated indicator and switch, the Filter Minder® Graduated Switch features a position indicator that progressively fills the window as air filter restriction increases, locking at the highest restriction. When it reaches the red zone, or highest recommended restriction, it sends a signal to the filter warning light on the dash or to the engine computer to record as a diagnostics fault. The warning light locks on until the indicator is reset.

The Filter Minder® should be reset whenever the service indicator is checked to determine air filter restriction or when a new air filter is installed. Push the reset button at the end of the service indicator, and the position indicator will return to zero.

Filter Minder® Graduated Switch Indicator

Series

135578 (1/8-27 NPT)
136578 (3/8-24 Straight Thread O-Ring)
137578 (M10x1 Straight Thread )-Ring)

Mounting

Mounts directly to air cleaner or air induction piping.  Adaptor fittings are available.  Brackets for remote mounting are also available.  See Accessories / Related Products.

Specifications

  • Vacuum Indicator
  • Locking Type
  • Operating Temperature: -40 to +250°F (-40 to +121°C)
  • Switch Activation Point: 8" water vacuum (2kPa) minimum to 35" water vacuum (8.7kPa) maximum. Contact the company for special calibrations.
  • Accuracy: ±10% at switch activation
  • Material: Polycarbonate housing
  • Normally open or closed switches with precious metal contacts
  • Molded in Packard Metri-Pak 150 Series
  • Severe Dust Filter also available

 Dimensions

  • Length: 3.1" (79mm)
  • Diameter: 2.0" (50mm)  [64 mmwith connector]